Lisa Maurer
Hematologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
4401 PENN AVE PITTSBURGH PA, 15224About
Dr. Lisa Maurer is a pediatric hematologist practicing in PITTSBURGH, PA. Dr. Maurer specializes in treating children that have a blood disease or cancer. Such blood diseases include disorders of red blood cells, white blood cells and/or platelets. The types of cancers that Dr. Maurer treats include leukemias, lymphomas and certain tumors. Dr. Maurer can also treat bleeding disorders in children. Pediatric hematologists can be found in childrens hospitals, community hospitals, university medical centers and more.
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